Who is this choice relevant to?

Parents who consider fibre

You want a loaf that looks special for your toddler’s breakfast, but you also compare the type of bread and its fibre content per 100 g.

Parents of a fussy toddler

You’re looking for a type of bread and a portion size your child will enjoy eating. If white tiger bread goes down better, you’ll need to weigh that against the lower fibre content of the white varieties included in this comparison.

Parents who pack a lunch

You want to check the ingredients and allergens before packing, and find out what rules the nursery or school follows.

What should you consider when choosing?

First compare the type of bread and its nutritional information. Then consider which crust and portion your toddler will eat, and check the allergens before packing it for them.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Type of bread and fibre Check whether the bread is labelled wholemeal and compare the fibre per 100 g on the label. If fibre is my priority for my toddler’s breakfast, I don’t want to judge by the tiger crust alone. For around 42% of consumers, choosing a bread with more fibre is the main concern.
Crust and portion Try a small, suitably cut portion at home and see how your toddler manages the crust. If my child doesn’t want to eat much in the morning, I’m mainly looking for a type and amount of bread that work for them at that time. Around 33% of consumers put how readily their child eats it first.
Label and packing Check the salt, ingredients and any allergen warnings or statements about possible traces. Ask about the nursery or school’s policy. If I’m packing a sandwich, I want to know in advance whether the product meets the allergy requirements in place. Around 25% of consumers give this check top priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming the tiger crust tells you how much fibre the bread contains

    The crust doesn’t tell you whether a loaf is wholemeal or white. Albert Heijn lists 6.7 g of fibre per 100 g for AH Tijger volkoren and 1.6 g per 100 g for AH Tijger wit.

    Compare the type of bread and its nutritional information per 100 g, not just the name or appearance.

  • Checking allergens only after you’ve packed the food

    The tiger breads included in this comparison contain cereals containing gluten. Some varieties also carry warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.

    Read the latest packaging before packing the bread, and make sure your choice meets the nursery or school’s requirements.

  • Choosing the bread but forgetting about the topping

    The type of bread is just one part of breakfast. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists fruit, vegetables and egg among the topping options for young children and toddlers.

    Choose a topping that suits your child and, if needed, serve the sandwich in small pieces.

Brands to compare

These brands have tiger bread varieties included in this comparison. Always check the specific product and its latest packaging.

Albert Heijn

AH Tijger volkoren and AH Tijger wit let you compare two types of bread from the same brand.

  • Albert Heijn lists 6.7 g and 1.6 g of fibre per 100 g respectively for these varieties.
  • Albert Heijn says product information can change, so check the packaging.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists white and wholemeal varieties of Boeren Tijgerbrood, including a half-wholemeal loaf.

  • For the wholemeal varieties included in this comparison, Jumbo lists 7.3 and 7.5 g of fibre per 100 g; for the white variety, it lists 2.3 g.
  • These figures apply to the individual varieties and don’t tell you anything about the taste or your toddler’s preference.

PLUS

PLUS lists a whole wholemeal tiger loaf and a wholemeal part-baked loaf from Korenlanders.

  • PLUS lists 6.4 g of fibre and 0.99 g of salt per 100 g for PLUS Volkoren tijger heel.
  • The Korenlanders part-baked variety takes time to prepare. Check the allergen information on this product too.

ALDI

ALDI describes Boeren tijger volkoren heel as pre-sliced bread.

  • Pre-sliced bread can be handy when you want to prepare a portion quickly.
  • Check the fibre, salt and allergen information for this product on the packaging.

Lidl

Lidl lists a 800 g loaf called Tijger volkoren.

  • The stated type of bread and pack size give you a starting point when choosing.
  • Check the nutritional information and ingredients for the specific product before comparing it with other varieties.

Dirk

Dirk lists Bakker van der Akker Boeren tijger wit heel as a bread for breakfast or lunch.

  • The product name makes clear that it’s white tiger bread.
  • Check the nutritional information and allergens on the packaging before choosing it for a toddler’s breakfast.

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Frequently asked questions

What’s the difference between wholemeal and white tiger bread for a toddler’s breakfast?

The wholemeal tiger breads from Albert Heijn and Jumbo included in this comparison contain more fibre per 100 g than their white counterparts. Also consider what portion your child will eat, and check the latest nutritional information and allergen details for the bread you buy.

How much bread does the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommend for a child aged 1 to 3?

The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends around 2 to 3 slices of bread a day for children aged 1 to 3, usually split between breakfast and lunch. That isn’t a fixed amount for a single breakfast.

Can I pack tiger bread for nursery or school?

First check that the specific bread meets the nursery or school’s allergy requirements. The tiger breads included in this comparison contain cereals containing gluten; also check the latest packaging for any warnings about other allergens.

What does iodised salt mean on a tiger bread label?

Iodised salt is listed as an ingredient for the AH Tijger volkoren and AH Tijger wit varieties included in this comparison. Check the label of the variety you’re buying, as ingredients can vary between products.